Systems, Devices, and/or Methods for Hunting

ABSTRACT

Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a backpack. The backpack comprises a compartment that is opened via a zipper. The zipper can extend from a top edge of the backpack to a bottom surface of the backpack. The backpack comprises at least one shoulder strap coupled to the top of the backpack. The at least one shoulder strap can comprise a buckle.

CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to, and incorporates by referenceherein in its entirety, pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser.No. 63/252,490 (Attorney Docket No. 1475-01), filed Oct. 5, 2021.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

A wide variety of potential practical and useful embodiments will bemore readily understood through the following detailed description ofcertain exemplary embodiments, with reference to the accompanyingexemplary drawings in which:

FIG. 1 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 1000;

FIG. 2 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 2000;

FIG. 3 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 3000;

FIG. 4 is a sketch of a perspective view of exemplary backpack 3000.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a backpack. The backpackcomprises a compartment that is opened via a zipper. The zipper canextend from a top edge of the backpack to a bottom surface of thebackpack. The backpack comprises at least one shoulder strap coupled tothe top of the backpack. The at least one shoulder strap can comprise abuckle.

Certain exemplary embodiments provide a backpack, which can be utilizedin turkey hunting.

Turkey hunters can utilize an exemplary backpack for transporting gearto a hunting site and/or removing a harvested turkey from the huntingsite to a destination where the harvested turkey can be processed and/orprepared for consumption.

Certain exemplary embodiments can be used to either hold or be coupledto a dead turkey to allow the turkey to be carried from a hunting citeusing the backpack.

Certain exemplary embodiments provide a backpack that is functional atthe hunting site. Certain exemplary embodiments can comprise and/or actas a receptacle to convey hunting gear, such as one or more of thefollowing:

-   -   a hunting license;    -   a hunting weapon (e.g., a gun or a bow);    -   calls (e.g., slate, diaphragm, box, and/or any combination        thereof);    -   a decoy;    -   a knife;    -   a locator call;    -   insect repellent;    -   turkey shells (if shotgun hunting);    -   a headlamp or flashlight;    -   a water filter or bladder system;    -   a GPS unit;    -   a stool to sit on;    -   a folding hunting chair;    -   a cushion to sit on;    -   a set of binoculars;    -   a rain cover;    -   a snake bite kit;    -   waterproof matches;    -   a whistle;    -   a fire starting kit;    -   one or more chemical heat packs;    -   first aid kit; and/or    -   food (e.g., a lunch and/or snacks), etc.

FIG. 1 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 1000, which comprises a zipper 1100, and a strap 1200. Backpack1000 defines a compartment 1300.

Backpack 1000 defines compartment 1300, which compartment 1300 is openedvia zipper 1100. Zipper 1100 extends from a top edge 1400 of backpack1000 to a bottom surface (see bottom surface 2600 of FIG. 2 ) ofbackpack 1000. Backpack 1000 comprises strap 1200 (i.e., at least oneshoulder strap) coupled to an upper portion 1500 of backpack 1000.

FIG. 2 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 2000, which comprises a zipper 2100, a strap 2200, a buckle2300, a receptacle 2400, a compartment 2500, and a bottom surface 2600.Buckle 2300 comprises a first buckle portion 2320 and a second buckleportion 2340. Via first buckle portion 2320 and second buckle portion2340; backpack 2000 can be releasably coupled to a shoulder of a user.Receptacle 2400 can comprise a fastener 2450 (e.g., a zipper).

Strap 2200 comprises buckle 2300. Buckle 2300 comprising first buckleportion 2320 and second buckle portion 2340, wherein first buckleportion 2320 is releasably coupleable to second buckle portion 2340.

Zipper 2100 can extends beyond a center 2640 of bottom surface 2600 ofbackpack 2000.

First buckle portion 2320 is releasably coupleable to second buckleportion 2340 via snapping first buckle portion 2320 and second buckleportion 2340 together.

In certain exemplary embodiments, buckle 2300 comprises plastic.

In certain exemplary embodiments, strap 2200 is adjustable in length.

In certain exemplary embodiments, backpack 2000 comprises a singleshoulder strap.

In certain exemplary embodiments, backpack 2000 comprises a pair ofshoulder straps.

In certain exemplary embodiments, backpack 2000 backpack comprisesreceptacle 2400. Receptacle 2400 can be releasable closeable via afastener 2450 (e.g., a zipper).

FIG. 3 is a sketch of a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of abackpack 3000, which comprises a zipper 3100, a first strap 3200, and asecond strap 3300. First strap 3200 comprises a first buckle portion3220 and second buckle portion 3240. Second strap 3300 comprises a thirdbuckle portion 3320 and fourth buckle portion 3340.

FIG. 4 is a sketch of a perspective view of exemplary backpack 3000,which comprises a zipper 3100.

Definitions

When the following terms are used substantively herein, the accompanyingdefinitions apply. These terms and definitions are presented withoutprejudice, and, consistent with the application, the right to redefinethese terms during the prosecution of this application or anyapplication claiming priority hereto is reserved. For the purpose ofinterpreting a claim of any patent that claims priority hereto, eachdefinition (or redefined term if an original definition was amendedduring the prosecution of that patent), functions as a clear andunambiguous disavowal of the subject matter outside of that definition.

-   -   a—at least one.    -   activity—an action, act, step, and/or process or portion        thereof.    -   adapter—a device used to effect operative compatibility between        different parts of one or more pieces of an apparatus or system.    -   adjustable—capable of being changed to a sought state.    -   and/or—either in conjunction with or in alternative to.    -   apparatus—an appliance or device for a particular purpose.    -   associate—to join, connect together, and/or relate.    -   backpack—a bag comprising at least one shoulder strap that        allows a human to carry the bag on a back of the human.    -   beyond—at a greater distance than.    -   bottom—a lowermost portion of something when oriented in an        installed position.    -   buckle—a fastening for two loose ends that is attached to one        and holds the other by a catch.    -   can—is capable of, in at least some embodiments.    -   center—a middle point of an object that is approximately        equidistant from points on a surface of the object.    -   compartment—a partitioned space.    -   comprising—including but not limited to.    -   configure—to make suitable or fit for a specific use or        situation.    -   connect—to join or fasten together.    -   constructed to—made to and/or designed to.    -   convert—to transform, adapt, and/or change.    -   couple—to physically join in some fashion.    -   coupleable—capable of being joined, connected, and/or linked        together.    -   define—to establish the outline, form, or structure of.    -   determine—to obtain, calculate, decide, deduce, and/or        ascertain.    -   device—a machine, manufacture, and/or collection thereof.    -   engage—to be in contact and interact with.    -   edge—an outside limit of an object, area, or surface.    -   extend—to continue in a specified direction.    -   generate—to create, produce, give rise to, and/or bring into        existence.    -   install—to connect or set in position and prepare for use.    -   length—a longest extent of something as measured from end to        end.    -   may—is allowed and/or permitted to, in at least some        embodiments.    -   method—a process, procedure, and/or collection of related        activities for accomplishing something.    -   open—to allow access to inside of something.    -   pair—two similar things used together.    -   plastic—comprising one or more of any of numerous organic        synthetic or processed materials that are mostly thermoplastic        or thermosetting polymers of high molecular weight and that can        be made into objects, films, or filaments.    -   plurality—the state of being plural and/or more than one.    -   portion—a part of a whole.    -   predetermined—established in advance.    -   project—to calculate, estimate, or predict.    -   provide—to furnish, supply, give, and/or make available.    -   receive—to get as a signal, take, acquire, and/or obtain.    -   receptacle—a cavity defined by an object.    -   releasably—coupled so as to be substantially nondestructibly        removable.    -   repeatedly—again and again; repetitively.    -   request—to express a desire for and/or ask for.    -   set—a related plurality.    -   shoulder—an upper joint of an arm of a human and a part of a        body of the human between this upper joint and a neck of the        human.    -   single—one.    -   snap—to open, close, and/or fit together with a click.    -   store—to place, hold, and/or retain.    -   strap—a flexible strip of material.    -   substantially—to a great extent or degree.    -   support—to bear the weight of, especially from below.    -   surface—the outer boundary of an object or a material layer.    -   system—a collection of mechanisms, devices, machines, articles        of manufacture, processes, data, and/or instructions, the        collection designed to perform one or more specific functions.    -   together—brought in a manner so as to engage.    -   top—an uppermost portion of something when oriented in an        installed position.    -   transmit—to send, provide, furnish, and/or supply.    -   via—by way of and/or utilizing.    -   zipper—a fastener comprising two rows of teeth on strips of        material and a sliding piece that closes an opening by drawing        the two rows teeth together.

Note

Still other substantially and specifically practical and usefulembodiments will become readily apparent to those skilled in this artfrom reading the above-recited and/or herein-included detaileddescription and/or drawings of certain exemplary embodiments. It shouldbe understood that numerous variations, modifications, and additionalembodiments are possible, and accordingly, all such variations,modifications, and embodiments are to be regarded as being within thescope of this application.

Thus, regardless of the content of any portion (e.g., title, field,background, summary, description, abstract, drawing figure, etc.) ofthis application, unless clearly specified to the contrary, such as viaexplicit definition, assertion, or argument, with respect to any claim,whether of this application and/or any claim of any application claimingpriority hereto, and whether originally presented or otherwise:

-   -   there is no requirement for the inclusion of any particular        described or illustrated characteristic, function, activity, or        element, any particular sequence of activities, or any        particular interrelationship of elements;    -   no characteristic, function, activity, or element is        “essential”;    -   any elements can be integrated, segregated, and/or duplicated;    -   any activity can be repeated, any activity can be performed by        multiple entities, and/or any activity can be performed in        multiple jurisdictions; and    -   any activity or element can be specifically excluded, the        sequence of activities can vary, and/or the interrelationship of        elements can vary.

Moreover, when any number or range is described herein, unless clearlystated otherwise, that number or range is approximate. When any range isdescribed herein, unless clearly stated otherwise, that range includesall values therein and all subranges therein. For example, if a range of1 to 10 is described, that range includes all values therebetween, suchas for example, 1.1, 2.5, 3.335, 5, 6.179, 8.9999, etc., and includesall subranges therebetween, such as for example, 1 to 3.65, 2.8 to 8.14,1.93 to 9, etc.

When any claim element is followed by a drawing element number, thatdrawing element number is exemplary and non-limiting on claim scope. Noclaim of this application is intended to invoke paragraph six of 35 USC112 unless the precise phrase “means for” is followed by a gerund.

Any information in any material (e.g., a United States patent, UnitedStates patent application, book, article, etc.) that has beenincorporated by reference herein, is only incorporated by reference tothe extent that no conflict exists between such information and theother statements and drawings set forth herein. In the event of suchconflict, including a conflict that would render invalid any claimherein or seeking priority hereto, then any such conflicting informationin such material is specifically not incorporated by reference herein.

Accordingly, every portion (e.g., title, field, background, summary,description, abstract, drawing figure, etc.) of this application, otherthan the claims themselves, is to be regarded as illustrative in nature,and not as restrictive, and the scope of subject matter protected by anypatent that issues based on this application is defined only by theclaims of that patent.

What is claimed is:
 1. A backpack that: defines a compartment that isopened via a zipper, the zipper extending from a top edge of thebackpack to a bottom surface of the backpack; and comprises at least oneshoulder strap coupled to the top of the backpack, the at least oneshoulder strap comprising a buckle, the buckle comprising a first buckleportion and a second buckle portion, wherein the first buckle portion isreleasably coupleable to the second buckle portion.
 2. The backpack ofclaim 1, wherein: the zipper extends beyond a center of the bottomsurface of the backpack.
 3. The backpack of claim 1, wherein: the firstbuckle portion is releasable coupleable to the second buckle portion viasnapping the first buckle portion and the second buckle portiontogether.
 4. The backpack of claim 1, wherein: the buckle comprisesplastic.
 5. The backpack of claim 1, wherein: the at least one shoulderstrap is adjustable in length.
 6. The backpack of claim 1, wherein: thebackpack comprises a single shoulder strap.
 7. The backpack of claim 1,wherein: the backpack comprises a pair of shoulder straps.
 8. Thebackpack of claim 1, wherein: the backpack comprises a receptacle.